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The Civil Engineer Series performs supervisory civil engineering work for MTA Bus Company’s Facilities unit at the East New York Depot. The role plans and evaluates subordinate work, represents Bus Operations with external agencies and contractors, and prepares or oversees designs for major construction and facility projects. It also monitors surveys and inspections, assesses designs and costs, reviews materials and equipment, and supports engineering investigations.
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Civil Engineer Series
Job ID: 16300
Business Unit: MTA Bus Company
Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department: Engineering
Date Posted: Oct 22, 2026
Description
JOB INFORMATION:
Title: Civil Engineer Series
Department: Regional Bus Company
Authority: TA/OA/MTA BUS
Division/Unit: Facilities
Location: East New York Depot
Hours:
Reporting Manager (if Applicable):
Senior Manager
Deadline (if Applicable):
Open until filled
Compensation\Authority - Union
TA - Non Rep
OA - Non Rep
Civil Engineer I
$90,551.00
$84,837 - 106,843
Civil Engineer II
$107,655.00
$100,864 - 121,852
Civil Engineer III
$120,427.00
$112,829 - 133,020
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will perform supervisory work in the discipline of civil engineering. Plan, assign and evaluate subordinates’ work for preparation of progress reports. Represent Bus Operations in relations with State/City agencies, consultants, contractors and damage claimants. Prepare or supervise the preparation of the fundamental/complex portions of the design plan for major projects such as construction, remodeling, operation, maintenance or repair of structures or installations. Monitor field survey and construction inspection to ensure compliance with technical codes and/or contract specifications. Perform design assessments/cost estimate for issuance of technical reports and modification requests. Inspect equipment and material for acceptance and process payments. Interpret architectural, electrical and mechanical layouts/design plans for establishment/preparation of engineering criteria, contract drawings and technical specifications. Participate in engineering investigations and generate reports as directed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License and four years of full-time experience in civil engineering. A master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of the full-time experience in civil engineering.
Special Note: In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.
DESIRED SKILLS:
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Strong technical knowledge and practical application of civil engineering principles.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Ability to manage assigned projects effectively in a fast paced, deadline driven environment from start to finish with appropriate oversight .
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Strong problem solving and critical thinking skill with working knowledge of building systems and site requirements, including structural, MEP and geotechnical considerations.
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Ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
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Proficiency in CAD Software and computer programs such as Bentley Micro Station and Microsoft Office.
SELECTION METHOD
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment.
All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.
OTHER INFORMATION
Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary)
As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
How this job compares
Set against the 4,953 open Civil Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$85–133K/yr
- New York median$95–134K/yr232 salary ranges
- US median$91–145K/yr2,697 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $109K, is 5% below the New York median midpoint ($115K) — in the middle half of Civil Engineer salary ranges in New York.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 339 open Civil Engineer jobs in New York and 4,953 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in New York
- Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC25 open
- City of New York24 open
- Fisher Associates23 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Civil Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years at the median (4,012 postings).
- Education
- 3,864 of the 4,953 open Civil Engineer jobs (78%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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